Serving 946 students in grades 6-8, Sawgrass Springs Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 946 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sawgrass Springs Middle School serves the northeast part of Coral Springs, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sawgrass Springs Middle School's student population of 946 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
946 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sawgrass Springs Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sawgrass Springs Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1636 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
38%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
35%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
18%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sawgrass Springs Middle School's ranking?
Sawgrass Springs Middle School is ranked #1636 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sawgrass Springs Middle School often compared to?
Sawgrass Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ramblewood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sawgrass Springs Middle School?
946 students attend Sawgrass Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Sawgrass Springs Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sawgrass Springs Middle School?
Sawgrass Springs Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sawgrass Springs Middle School offer ?
Sawgrass Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sawgrass Springs Middle School part of?
Sawgrass Springs Middle School is part of Broward School District.
School Reviews
Review Sawgrass Springs Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
